A1 Speaking Practice PDF
Download an original A1 speaking practice workbook for the Basisexamen abroad with one 30-minute Spreken set, 10 video-style answer questions, 12 sentence completions, image prompt references, scoring rubric, self-checks, and model answers.
- Speaking
- Practice workbook
- 30 minutes
- 22 questions: 10 answer questions and 12 sentence completions
- Study target: 34/44 points. Official result: score 6 or higher for the exam part.
Practice set
One 30-minute Spreken A1 set
Questions
22
Time
30 min
Target
34/44
How to practise
- Record one answer for each question.
- You have up to 1 minute for every answer.
- Part 1: answer the spoken question.
- Part 2: look at the picture and complete the sentence start.
- Do not write a full script before recording. Say a short clear answer.
Media prompts
Images, video stills, and spoken prompt audio are represented as generation prompts. Final reviewed media URLs can be copied into this runtime JSON later.
free_exam_resource_media/speaking-a1-practice.json
Scoring
2 points per question
- Each item has 2 possible points.
- The complete set has 44 possible points.
- Use 34/44 as a practical study target.
- Each item is scored for adequacy and pronunciation.
- If adequacy is 0, pronunciation automatically scores 0 for that item.
| Criterion | Points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Adequacy | 0-1 | The answer fits the question, or the completion fits the sentence and picture. |
| Pronunciation | 0-1 | The answer is understandable to a trained listener with some effort. |
Onderdeel 1 - vraag en antwoord
U gaat naar tien korte video's kijken. Een man of vrouw vraagt iets. Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Question 1
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A woman stands in a simple living room with cups and a plate on a table.
“U krijgt bezoek. Wat zet u op tafel?”
U krijgt bezoek. Wat zet u op tafel?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Name one or two things on the table.
- Use ik.
- Keep the answer short.
Self-check
- Did I name food or drink?
- Did I answer with ik?
- Was my answer easy to hear?
Example answer
Ik zet thee en koekjes op tafel. Mijn bezoek vindt dat lekker.
Question 2
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A man stands by an apartment door with a coat, keys, and a small bag.
“U gaat naar buiten. Wat neemt u mee?”
U gaat naar buiten. Wat neemt u mee?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Name two objects.
- Use neem mee.
- Add a simple reason if possible.
Self-check
- Did I name things?
- Did I use mee?
- Did I speak clearly?
Example answer
Ik neem mijn sleutels en mijn telefoon mee. Soms neem ik ook een tas mee.
Question 3
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A woman sits at a table with a phone and a charging cable.
“Uw telefoon is leeg. Wat doet u?”
Uw telefoon is leeg. Wat doet u?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say what you do with the phone.
- Use a simple verb.
- Add where if useful.
Self-check
- Did I answer what I do?
- Did I use phone words?
- Was the verb clear?
Example answer
Ik laad mijn telefoon op. Ik doe de oplader in het stopcontact.
Question 4
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A man stands in a kitchen in the morning with a glass of water and bread.
“U bent vroeg wakker. Wat doet u eerst?”
U bent vroeg wakker. Wat doet u eerst?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say your first morning action.
- Use eerst.
- Keep it personal.
Self-check
- Did I say first?
- Did I use an everyday action?
- Did I make a short sentence?
Example answer
Eerst drink ik water. Daarna maak ik ontbijt.
Question 5
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A woman stands outside an apartment building and waves to a neighbor.
“U ziet uw buurvrouw in de straat. Wat zegt u?”
U ziet uw buurvrouw in de straat. Wat zegt u?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say a greeting.
- Ask one simple question if you can.
- Use polite words.
Self-check
- Did I greet the neighbor?
- Did I use Dutch polite language?
- Did I say it naturally?
Example answer
Ik zeg: goedemorgen buurvrouw. Fijne dag!
Question 6
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A man holds a phone and a calendar card while standing near a kitchen table.
“U moet naar de dokter. Wat zegt u aan de telefoon?”
U moet naar de dokter. Wat zegt u aan de telefoon?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say you want an appointment.
- Use afspraak.
- Keep the sentence simple.
Self-check
- Did I say afspraak?
- Did I say why?
- Was the answer relevant?
Example answer
Ik zeg: ik wil graag een afspraak maken. Ik ben ziek.
Question 7
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A woman stands by a window with rain outside and an umbrella by the door.
“Het regent hard. Wat doet u dan?”
Het regent hard. Wat doet u dan?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say what you do in rain.
- Use paraplu or jas if useful.
- Add stay home if that is your answer.
Self-check
- Did I answer the rainy situation?
- Did I use a weather word?
- Did I speak loudly enough?
Example answer
Ik neem een paraplu mee. Soms blijf ik thuis, want het regent te hard.
Question 8
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A man sits at a small break table with a cup and a lunchbox.
“U hebt pauze op uw werk of school. Wat doet u in de pauze?”
U hebt pauze op uw werk of school. Wat doet u in de pauze?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say one break activity.
- Name food, drink, or rest.
- Use in de pauze.
Self-check
- Did I answer what I do?
- Did I use pause words?
- Was the answer short?
Example answer
In de pauze drink ik koffie. Ik eet ook brood en ik praat met een collega.
Question 9
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A woman stands near a bakery counter with plain bread and a small shopping bag.
“U wilt brood kopen. Wanneer gaat u naar de winkel?”
U wilt brood kopen. Wanneer gaat u naar de winkel?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Say when you go.
- Use morning, afternoon, or a day.
- Add simple detail if possible.
Self-check
- Did I answer when?
- Did I mention the store or bread?
- Did I use clear time words?
Example answer
Ik ga in de ochtend naar de winkel. Dan is het brood vers.
Question 10
Recording time: 60s2 pointsVideo prompt transcript
A man packs a small suitcase with clothes and documents on a bed.
“U gaat op bezoek in Nederland. Wat neemt u mee?”
U gaat op bezoek in Nederland. Wat neemt u mee?
Geef antwoord op de vraag.
Answer plan
- Name things for travel.
- Use neem mee.
- Keep it practical.
Self-check
- Did I name travel things?
- Did I use mee?
- Was my pronunciation clear?
Example answer
Ik neem kleren en mijn paspoort mee. Ik neem ook een telefoonoplader mee.
Einde onderdeel 1
U bent klaar met onderdeel 1. Wilt u nog terug naar de vragen? Klik dan op de nummers van de vragen.
Onderdeel 2 - zinnen afmaken
U ziet twaalf vragen met een plaatje. Maak de zinnen af. U hoort en leest de zin.
Onderdeel 2 - zinnen afmaken
U ziet twaalf vragen met een plaatje. Maak de zinnen af. U hoort en leest de zin.
Question 11
Recording time: 60s2 pointsNoor zet thee op tafel.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-11-hot-tea
A cup of tea steams on a table with a teapot and two plain cups.
Maak de zin af: De thee is...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Look at the tea.
- Say one adjective.
- Make the sentence logical.
Self-check
- Did my word fit the tea?
- Did I complete the sentence?
- Was the word clear?
Example answer
warm.
Question 12
Recording time: 60s2 pointsRavi zoekt zijn bril.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-12-looking-for-glasses
A man searches for glasses on a table while a book and phone are nearby.
Maak de zin af: Hij kan niet goed...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Think about why he needs glasses.
- Use an infinitive verb.
- Keep it short.
Self-check
- Did my verb fit the glasses?
- Did I complete kan niet goed?
- Was my final sound clear?
Example answer
zien.
Question 13
Recording time: 60s2 pointsLeila doet de deur open.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-13-neighbor-at-door
A woman opens an apartment door and sees a friendly neighbor holding a small bag.
Maak de zin af: Voor de deur staat...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Name the person at the door.
- Use een.
- Complete the sentence.
Self-check
- Did I say who is at the door?
- Did I complete staat?
- Was the noun clear?
Example answer
een buurman.
Question 14
Recording time: 60s2 pointsOmar snijdt komkommer.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-14-making-salad
A man cuts cucumber on a kitchen board beside tomatoes and a bowl of salad.
Maak de zin af: Hij maakt een...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Look at the food.
- Name the dish.
- Use a noun.
Self-check
- Did my word fit the picture?
- Did I use a food word?
- Was the word easy to understand?
Example answer
salade.
Question 15
Recording time: 60s2 pointsSara heeft een kaartje in haar hand.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-15-train-ticket
A woman holds a simple blank travel ticket on a train platform, with a train shape in the background and no readable signs.
Maak de zin af: Ze gaat met de...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Name the transport.
- Use de train word.
- Complete the sentence.
Self-check
- Did I name transport?
- Did the answer fit met de?
- Did I pronounce the word clearly?
Example answer
trein.
Question 16
Recording time: 60s2 pointsTom veegt de vloer.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-16-sweeping-floor
A man sweeps crumbs and dust on a kitchen floor with a broom.
Maak de zin af: De vloer is...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Describe the floor.
- Use one adjective.
- Make the sentence logical.
Self-check
- Did I describe the floor?
- Did I complete is?
- Was the adjective clear?
Example answer
vies.
Question 17
Recording time: 60s2 pointsMina trekt haar jas aan.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-17-putting-on-coat
A woman puts on a coat near an apartment door while grey cold weather is visible outside.
Maak de zin af: Buiten is het...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Use a weather word.
- Think why she needs a coat.
- Say one adjective.
Self-check
- Did I use a weather word?
- Did it fit the coat?
- Was the pronunciation clear?
Example answer
koud.
Question 18
Recording time: 60s2 pointsIvan koopt postzegels.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-18-buying-stamps
A man buys stamps at a small counter while holding a blank envelope.
Maak de zin af: Hij wil een brief...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Think what stamps are for.
- Use an infinitive verb.
- Finish wil een brief.
Self-check
- Did I use a verb?
- Did it fit the stamps?
- Was the answer complete?
Example answer
sturen.
Question 19
Recording time: 60s2 pointsRosa wacht bij de lift.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-19-waiting-for-lift
A woman waits in front of an elevator in an apartment building with groceries in one hand.
Maak de zin af: Ze gaat naar...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Name a place.
- Use naar plus a location.
- Make it fit the building.
Self-check
- Did I name a place?
- Did it fit naar?
- Was the phrase understandable?
Example answer
haar huis.
Question 20
Recording time: 60s2 pointsKarim wast zijn kopje.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-20-washing-cup
A man washes a dirty cup at a kitchen sink with soap bubbles.
Maak de zin af: Het kopje is...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Describe the cup before washing.
- Use one adjective.
- Complete the sentence.
Self-check
- Did I describe the cup?
- Did I complete is?
- Did the word fit the picture?
Example answer
vies.
Question 21
Recording time: 60s2 pointsEmma kijkt in haar agenda.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-21-looking-at-agenda
A woman looks at a paper agenda with a blank appointment box and a pen, no readable text.
Maak de zin af: Morgen heeft ze...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Name what is in an agenda.
- Use een.
- Finish the sentence.
Self-check
- Did I name an appointment or event?
- Did the answer fit heeft ze?
- Was the phrase clear?
Example answer
een afspraak.
Question 22
Recording time: 60s2 pointsBen doet het raam dicht.
Image prompt reference
Picture 1: question-22-closing-window
A man closes a window in a room while curtains move from cold wind outside.
Maak de zin af: Het wordt in de kamer...
Maak de zin af. Gebruik het plaatje.
Answer plan
- Think what happens when the window closes.
- Use one adjective.
- Complete het wordt.
Self-check
- Did I finish the sentence logically?
- Did I use a clear adjective?
- Was the answer short enough?
Example answer
warm.
Final checklist
- I answered all 10 question-answer prompts.
- I completed all 12 sentence starts.
- I used simple A1 words and short sentences.
- I spoke loudly enough for the microphone.
- I scored myself for adequacy and pronunciation.